Born in Toronto, Theo is a mother, public speaker, author, entrepreneur and humanitarian. In her early corporate career, she co-founded Super Pharm Israel Ltd., serving as Vice President in establishing Israel's largest pharmacy chain from 1979 to 1993. Life took an unexpected turn in 1986 when Theo was diagnosed with LUPUS. This transformative experience led her to shift her focus from her successful corporate career to a new mission: creating Mindfulness Without Borders. This charitable organization provides Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and mindfulness-based educational programs to youth, health professionals, educators and first responders.

During her time at Mindfulness Without Borders (MWB), Theo co-authored several educational resources: the Mindfulness Ambassador Program, the Mindful@Work series, The RETHiNK Card Deck and The RETHiNK KiT. These innovative tools strengthen social-emotional skills and promote secular mindfulness practices across various settings and age groups.

Recognized by The Huffington Post in 2015 for its innovative solutions, MWB's train-the-trainer model has reached 21 countries worldwide, impacting countless lives. In 2022, Theo gifted MWB's intellectual property to The Global MINDS Collective, ensuring new generational leadership and the continued growth of these vital programs.

On January 2, 2023, Theo embarked on a new mission by launching Well-Being Essentials, a platform dedicated to addressing the global mental health crisis. This initiative focuses on empowering individuals with fresh perspectives and pathways for mindful living. Well-Being Essentials provides a wealth of complimentary resources and practices that bring out the best in people from the inside out and, in turn, positively contribute to a more kind and harmonious world.

Theo has served on several influential boards, including the Mindful Society Global Institute, The Goldie Hawn Foundation, the Center for Therapeutic Riding in Israel, and the Garrison Institute. At the Garrison Institute, she co-authored the pioneering mapping report on Contemplation and Education in K-12 Educational Settings in the United States, helping launch mindfulness into mainstream education and healthcare.

When not mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs, Theo finds inspiration in her two sons, in quiet moments of bird watching, and in her deep connection with nature. She lives in Tiburon, California.

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